Cummings, Tamara
LEP#: 4233
Areas of interest
(a) Educational evaluation.
(b) Diagnosis of psychological disorders related to academic learning processes.
(c) Administration of diagnostic tests related to academic learning processes including tests of academic ability, learning patterns, achievement, motivation, and personality factors.
(d) Interpretation of diagnostic tests related to academic learning processes including tests of academic ability, learning patterns, achievement, motivation, and personality factors.
(e) Providing psychological counseling for individuals, groups, and families.
(f) Consultation with other educators and parents on issues of social development and behavioral and academic difficulties.
(g) Conducting psychoeducational assessments for the purposes of identifying special needs.
(h) Developing treatment programs and strategies to address problems of adjustment.
(i) Coordinating intervention strategies for management of individual crises.
Education
B.S. in Psychology with dual minors in Neuroscience and Science
M.A. in Psychology
Ed.S. in School Psychology
Licensed Educational Psychologist (LEP)
Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) Credential
Pupil Personnel Services Credential
Experience
I apply psychological principles and methods to address educational and developmental challenges. My expertise lies in overcoming obstacles related to student learning and behavior. This includes designing and implementing personalized plans like Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIPs) and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), evaluating progress, and providing counseling to students and their families. In addition, I actively collaborate with fellow professionals within school settings to suggest improvements in teaching, learning methods, and administrative approaches. My extensive experience allows me to effectively apply knowledge in mental health, learning, and behavior, aiding children and adolescents in succeeding academically, socially, behaviorally, and emotionally.
I frequently work in partnership with families, teachers, school administrators, and other professionals to cultivate secure, supportive, and healthy learning environments. This ensures a strong link between home, school, and the community. Over the years, my specialized areas of focus have encompassed enhancing academic performance, fostering positive behavior and mental well-being, supporting diverse learners, strengthening collaboration between families and schools, fostering a safe and positive school atmosphere, and improving overall school assessment and accountability to monitor individual student progress in both academics and behavior.
